Westfield, NJ Cost of Living


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Westfield cost of living score
129.5
More expensive
29.5% higher
than the US average
8.1% higher
than the New Jersey average
Westfield, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 129.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 29.5% higher than the U.S. average and 8.1% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Westfield, NJ

Housing costs in Westfield?
A typical home costs $935,200, which is 176.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 116.4% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Westfield costs $2,110 per month, which is 47.6% more than the national average of $1,430 and 19.0% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Westfield?
To live comfortably in Westfield, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $179,280 for a family, and $70,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Westfield?
Westfield, NJ is known for its high cost of living. The median home price in the area is around $711,000 and the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is nearly $2,400 per month. Additionally, groceries and other necessities are relatively expensive compared to many other regions in the United States. Despite this, Westfield has managed to maintain its reputation as a desirable place to live due to the abundance of amenities it offers its residents such as top-rated public schools, short commute times, and plenty of recreation options. All in all, Westfield can be an expensive place to reside but provides plenty of value in return.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWestfieldNew JerseyUnited States
  129.5119.8100.0
  110.8105.8100
  97.596.9100.0
  291.7136.4100.0
  $935,200$432,100$338,100
  104.9%109.2%100.0%
  154.2127.7100.0
  110.4112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Looking for a simpler life - taxes too high in New  More

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Over 13 years ago

As a resident for over 10 years, overall I have to say that Westfield is one of the most beautiful towns to live in within commuting distance to NYC! Here is a little  More

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Over 14 years ago

My family and I have been here for 11 years! Housing is expensive, but that is really the only downside (and snow!!!) Seriously, it is beautiful, clean, with great  More

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